Andrew Robertson has commented on the verdict on Manchester City’s financial breaches, which has sent shockwaves across the Premier League.
Speaking Scotland’s pre-match press conference ahead of the UEFA Nations League clash with Slovenia, as quoted by the Daily Mirror, Andrew Robertson had his say on the guilty verdict that Manchester City received earlier this week. The veteran full-back was visibly shocked and relayed that stance in his comments.
Robertson said, “I think you can hear the shock in my voice. The case has obviously been going on. For me, the [Man City] players showed they were good enough on the pitch. I don’t know too much about the charges. But they had an incredible team, one that I loved battling against. I don’t think when it comes to these things that players are ever to blame. That’s all I can focus on.”
The case that has rocked the footballing world
International breaks are usually drab and bereft of engaging news unless a controversy erupts. That is exactly what has happened in the first international break of the 2026/27 season. An independent panel finally gave the verdict on a case that has dragged on for years, with Manchester City found guilty of misconduct, breaching 114 of the 115 financial charges levelled against them.
The Citizens have maintained their innocence all these years, though the case has constantly been hanging over their heads, leading to a nervous wait for the club and their fans. With the guilty verdict becoming official this week, supporters of rival clubs feel vindicated, while decision-makers of these teams are considering the next course of action. Meanwhile, City are expected to appeal the decision, hoping to prove their innocence.
What next?
Some reports, The Athletic, in particular, have suggested that Premier League rivals are planning legal action against Manchester City. Updates have focused on Manchester United’s determined push to launch a class-action lawsuit, as they are considering their “options” over the knock-on effects of City’s misdemeanour.
As for Robertson’s comments, the Liverpool icon is right in his assessment that players are not to blame for Manchester City’s misconduct. However, they would have been unable to sign or retain many of those players had they followed the financial rules properly. The focus now is on the next steps, including City’s appeal, legal action by rival clubs, and the sanctions imposed in the wake of the guilty verdict.